History of Snoop Dogg in Timeline
Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., professionally known as Snoop Dogg, is a highly influential American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. A key figure in West Coast hip-hop, he gained prominence in 1992 through collaborations with Dr. Dre on "Deep Cover" and "The Chronic." Snoop Dogg's distinctive drawled lyrics and focus on West Coast culture and social issues have solidified his status as one of the greatest rappers. He has sold over 23 million albums in the U.S. and 35 million worldwide, earning numerous awards, including an American Music Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, two Sports Emmy Awards, and multiple Grammy nominations.
1948: Birth of Calvin Cordozar Broadus Sr.
In 1948, Calvin Cordozar Broadus Sr., Snoop Dogg's stepfather, was born.
1951: Birth of Beverly Tate
In 1951, Beverly Tate, Snoop Dogg's mother, was born.
October 20, 1971: Birth of Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr.
On October 20, 1971, Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., who would later become known as Snoop Dogg, was born in Long Beach, California.
1984: Death of Calvin Cordozar Broadus Sr.
In 1984, Calvin Cordozar Broadus Sr., Snoop Dogg's stepfather, passed away.
1989: Arrest for Cocaine Possession
Shortly after graduating from Long Beach Polytechnic High School in 1989, Snoop Dogg was arrested for possession of cocaine.
1989: Snoop Dogg Arrested for Cocaine Possession
Shortly after graduating from high school in 1989, Snoop Dogg was arrested for possession of cocaine, marking the beginning of a period of frequent encounters with the law.
1990: Snoop Dogg Convicted of Felony Drug Possession
In 1990, Snoop Dogg was convicted of felony possession of drugs and possession for sale, further contributing to his legal troubles.
1991: Audition for Death Row Records
In 1991, Dr. Dre was impressed by Snoop Dogg's freestyle on a mixtape and called Snoop Dogg to audition for his label Death Row Records.
1992: Collaboration with Dr. Dre on Deep Cover and The Chronic
In 1992, Snoop Dogg collaborated with Dr. Dre on the theme song for the film Deep Cover, and on Dr. Dre's debut solo album The Chronic, which significantly contributed to Snoop Dogg's success.
1992: Collaboration with Dr. Dre and Rise to Prominence
In 1992, Snoop Dogg rose to prominence through collaborations with Dr. Dre on the single "Deep Cover" and on The Chronic, including "Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang".
July 1993: Snoop Dogg Stopped and Firearm Found
In July 1993, Snoop Dogg was stopped for a traffic violation, and a firearm was discovered by police during a search of his vehicle.
August 1993: Snoop Dogg Arrested for First-Degree Murder
In August 1993, during the recording of Doggystyle, Snoop Dogg was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection to the death of Philip Woldermariam, though the shooting was committed by Snoop Dogg's bodyguard.
1993: Denial of Gang Membership
In 1993, Snoop Dogg denied police and media reports that he was a member of the Rollin' 20s Crips gang in Long Beach.
1993: Charge of First-Degree Murder
In 1993, Snoop Dogg was charged with first-degree murder for the shooting of a rival gang member.
1993: Release of Debut Album Doggystyle
In 1993, Snoop Dogg's debut album, Doggystyle, produced by Dr. Dre, was released and debuted atop the Billboard 200, selling 806,000 copies in its first week. The album spawned the hit singles "What's My Name?" and "Gin and Juice".
1994: Release of Murder Was the Case Short Film and Soundtrack
In 1994, a short film about Snoop Dogg's murder trial, Murder Was the Case, was released, along with an accompanying soundtrack.
July 6, 1995: Registration of Doggy Style Records, Inc.
On July 6, 1995, Doggy Style Records, Inc., a record label founded by Snoop Dogg, was registered with the California Secretary of State.
February 20, 1996: Acquittal in Murder Trial
On February 20, 1996, Snoop Dogg was acquitted in his murder trial.
August 1996: Signing of Charlie Wilson to Doggy Style Records
By August 1996, Doggy Style Records, a subsidiary of Death Row Records, signed The Gap Band's Charlie Wilson as one of its first artists.
September 7, 1996: Shooting of Tupac Shakur
On September 7, 1996, Tupac Shakur, with whom Snoop Dogg had collaborated, was shot in Las Vegas.
November 1996: Release of Tha Doggfather Album Amidst Industry Turmoil
In November 1996, Snoop Dogg's second album, Tha Doggfather, was released amidst hip hop industry deaths and convictions, including the death of Tupac Shakur and the racketeering indictment of Suge Knight. Dr. Dre had left Death Row earlier in 1996.
1996: Release of Tha Doggfather Album
In 1996, Snoop Dogg's second album, Tha Doggfather, was released and also debuted at number one.
February 1997: Snoop Dogg Pleads Guilty to Handgun Possession
In February 1997, Snoop Dogg pleaded guilty to possession of a handgun and was sentenced to record public service announcements, perform community service, pay a fine, and serve probation.
July 8, 1997: Cancellation of Doggumentary EP
On July 8, 1997, Snoop Dogg was scheduled to release an EP titled Doggumentary, but the album had been canceled. However, a music video was released for its projected first single, Midnight Love.
1997: Participation in Lollapalooza Concert Tour
In 1997, Snoop Dogg participated in the Lollapalooza concert tour, which featured mainly alternative rock music, marking a move away from his gangsta roots.
March 1998: Signing with No Limit Records
In March 1998, Snoop Dogg signed with Master P's No Limit Records.
1998: Snoop Dogg's Claims of Withheld Royalty Payments
In 1998, Snoop Dogg claimed that Death Row Records had withheld his royalty payments, despite giving him lavish gifts.
1998: Signing with No Limit Records and Release of Da Game Is to Be Sold, Not to Be Told
In 1998, Snoop Dogg signed with Master P's No Limit Records and released the album Da Game Is to Be Sold, Not to Be Told.
1998: Snoop Dogg Arrested for Marijuana Possession in Los Angeles
In 1998, Snoop Dogg was arrested and fined for misdemeanor possession of marijuana in Los Angeles.
1999: Release of No Limit Top Dogg
In 1999, Snoop Dogg released the album No Limit Top Dogg.
1999: Publication of Autobiography Tha Doggfather
In 1999, Snoop Dogg's autobiography, Tha Doggfather, was published.
1999: Snoop Dogg Discusses Faith in Autobiography
In his 1999 autobiography, Snoop Dogg wrote about his Baptist faith, saying he looked to God for guidance and believed God would be with him for the rest of his life.
2000: Release of Tha Last Meal
In 2000, Snoop Dogg released the album Tha Last Meal.
2002: Snoop Dogg Announces Giving Up Cannabis
In 2002, Snoop Dogg announced he was giving up cannabis for good, though this did not last, as referenced in the 2004 Adam Sandler film "50 First Dates".
2002: Release of Paid tha Cost to Be da Bo$$
In 2002, Snoop Dogg released the album Paid tha Cost to Be da Bo$$, featuring the singles "From tha Chuuuch to da Palace" and "Beautiful" featuring Pharrell. He transitioned from a "gangster" to a "pimp" image.
June 2004: Signing with Geffen Records/Star Trak Entertainment
In June 2004, Snoop Dogg signed to Geffen Records/Star Trak Entertainment. Subsequently he released the album R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece, which featured the hit single "Drop It Like It's Hot" and "Signs". He also formed the group 213 with Warren G and Nate Dogg, releasing the album The Hard Way.
2004: Release of R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece
In 2004, Snoop Dogg released the album R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece, which included the hit single "Drop It Like It's Hot" featuring Pharrell.
2004: Snoop Dogg's Cannabis Use Referenced in '50 First Dates'
In 2004, Snoop Dogg's previous announcement of giving up cannabis in 2002 was humorously referenced in the Adam Sandler film "50 First Dates," highlighting his well-known association with cannabis use.
2005: Snoop Dogg Speaks at Stanley Tookie Williams' Funeral
In 2005, Snoop Dogg delivered a speech at the funeral of Stanley Tookie Williams after Williams was executed by the state of California.
2005: Snoop Dogg Founded Snoop Youth Football League
In 2005, Snoop Dogg established the Snoop Youth Football League for at-risk youth in Southern California.
2006: Guest Appearances and "Real Talk" Release
In 2006, Snoop Dogg appeared on Ice Cube's album Laugh Now, Cry Later, and on Tha Dogg Pound's Cali Iz Active. His song "Real Talk" was released on the Internet, dedicated to Stanley "Tookie" Williams and critical of Arnold Schwarzenegger. He also made guest appearances on "Keep Bouncing" by Too $hort and "Gangsta Walk" by Coolio.
2006: Release of Tha Blue Carpet Treatment
In 2006, Snoop's album Tha Blue Carpet Treatment debuted on the Billboard 200. He also collaborated on a video with E-40 on the single "Candy (Drippin' Like Water)".
July 7, 2007: Performance at Live Earth Concert, Hamburg
On July 7, 2007, Snoop Dogg performed at the Live Earth concert in Hamburg.
July 2007: First Artist to Release a Rington Before Single Release
In July 2007, Snoop Dogg became the first artist to release a track, "It's the D.O.G", as a ringtone before its release as a single.
2007: Snoop Dogg Certified for Medical Cannabis
Since at least 2007, Snoop Dogg has been certified for medical cannabis in California to treat migraines.
June 8, 2008: Release of Singh Is Kinng Album
On June 8, 2008, the album featuring the song "Singh is Kinng" (Snoop Dogg's first Bollywood rap) was released on Junglee Music Records, where Snoop Dogg also appears in the movie as himself.
2009: Snoop Dogg Reportedly a Member of the Nation of Islam
In 2009, Snoop Dogg was reported to be a member of the Nation of Islam. He appeared at their annual Saviours' Day holiday, praised Louis Farrakhan, and donated $1,000 to the organization, though he declined to specify when he joined.
2010: Snoop Dogg Arrested for Marijuana Possession in Sierra Blanca
In 2010, Snoop Dogg was arrested and fined for misdemeanor possession of marijuana in Sierra Blanca, Texas.
2012: Snoop Dogg Endorses Ron Paul, Then Barack Obama
In 2012, Snoop Dogg initially endorsed Ron Paul in the Republican presidential primary. However, he later stated he would vote for Barack Obama in the general election, providing reasons on Instagram.
2012: Snoop Dogg Responds to Criticism Regarding Fur Coats
In 2012, Snoop Dogg responded to criticism about regularly appearing in real fur garments by questioning why PETA doesn't throw paint on a pimp's fur coat.
2012: Snoop Dogg Converts to Rastafari Movement
In 2012, after a trip to Jamaica, Snoop Dogg converted to the Rastafari movement, shifted his musical focus to reggae, and changed his name to Snoop Lion.
January 2013: Snoop Dogg Criticized for Cultural Appropriation
In January 2013, Snoop Dogg, then known as Snoop Lion, faced criticism from members of the Rastafari community, including Bunny Wailer, for alleged "fraudulent" cultural appropriation.
2013: Adoption of Snoop Lion Alias and Release of Reincarnated
In 2013, Snoop Dogg adopted the alias Snoop Lion and released a reggae album, Reincarnated, along with a documentary film about his experience in Jamaica.
2013: Snoop Dogg Claims to Smoke 80 Blunts a Day
In 2013, Snoop Dogg claimed to be smoking approximately 80 cannabis blunts a day.
2013: Snoop Dogg Expresses Support for Tighter Gun Control
In 2013, Snoop Dogg, then known as Snoop Lion, advocated for tighter gun control in an interview with HuffPost Live and released the song "No Guns Allowed" featuring Drake and Cori B.
2013: Snoop Dogg Advocates for Same-Sex Marriage
In a 2013 interview with The Huffington Post, Snoop Dogg voiced his support for same-sex marriage, stating, "People can do what they want and as they please".
2014: Snoop Dogg Claims to Become Vegan
In 2014, Snoop Dogg announced he had become a vegan; however, he has since opted against a complete vegan diet.
May 2015: Snoop Dogg Endorses Hillary Clinton for President
In May 2015, Snoop Dogg endorsed Hillary Clinton for President on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live, citing the need for a female perspective in office.
2015: Snoop Dogg Blames Reagan's Policies for Gang Violence
During his keynote address at the 2015 South by Southwest music festival, Snoop Dogg attributed the surge in gang violence in Los Angeles during the 1980s to the economic policies implemented by Ronald Reagan.
2015: Release of Bush
In 2015, Snoop Dogg released the album Bush, produced by Pharrell.
July 7, 2016: Snoop Dogg Organizes Peaceful March After Dallas Shooting
Following the deadly shooting of police officers in Dallas on July 7, 2016, Snoop Dogg and The Game organized a peaceful march to the LAPD headquarters, leading to a meeting with city officials to discuss police brutality.
2016: Snoop Dogg Gives Away Turkeys at Thanksgiving
In 2016, Snoop Dogg gave away 3000 turkeys to the less fortunate in Inglewood, California, at Thanksgiving, as part of his annual partnership with city officials.
2017: Snoop Dogg Released Video Showing Mock Execution of Trump
In 2017, Snoop Dogg released a controversial video depicting a mock execution of Donald Trump in a clown costume.
2017: Snoop Dogg Runs a special-needs division Called Snoop Special Stars
Since 2017, Snoop Dogg has also run a special-needs division called Snoop Special Stars for anyone 5 years or older with a physical, mental, or developmental disability.
May 26, 2018: Snoop Dogg Sets Guinness World Record for Largest Paradise Cocktail
On May 26, 2018, at the BottleRock Napa Valley music festival, Snoop Dogg and others created the world's largest paradise cocktail, "Gin and Juice," measuring 550 liters, earning them a Guinness World Record.
June 2018: Snoop Dogg Performs at Environmental Media Association Honors Gala
In June 2018, Snoop Dogg performed at the Environmental Media Association (EMA) Honors Gala, with the logo for vegan brand Beyond Meat displayed on screens.
2018: Release of Bible of Love
In 2018, Snoop Dogg released the gospel album Bible of Love.
2018: Snoop Youth Football League Becomes Largest in Southern California
In 2018, the Snoop Youth Football League was reported to be the largest youth football organization in Southern California, featuring 50 teams and over 1,500 players.
2018: Snoop Dogg Claims to be a Born-Again Christian
In early 2018, after releasing "Bible of Love" and performing at the Stellar Gospel Music Awards, Snoop Dogg stated in an interview that he had become a "born-again Christian", reflecting his faith by singing "I'd Rather Have Jesus" on Instagram.
2020: Snoop Dogg Endorsed Joe Biden for President
In 2020, Snoop Dogg endorsed former Vice President Joe Biden for President of the United States.
2020: Snoop Dogg Invests in Vegan Food Company
In 2020, Snoop Dogg invested in Original Foods, a vegan food company known for Pigless Pork Rinds, and he became an ambassador for Beyond Meat, supporting their Feed a Million+ campaign.
2021: Death of Beverly Tate
In 2021, Beverly Tate, Snoop Dogg's mother, passed away.
2022: Acquisition of Death Row Records and Release of BODR
In 2022, Snoop Dogg acquired Death Row Records from MNRK Music Group and released the album BODR (Bacc On Death Row).
2022: Snoop Dogg signed with FaZe Clan
In 2022, Snoop Dogg became a content creator and board member for the esports organization FaZe Clan.
2022: Co-headlining Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show
In 2022, Snoop Dogg co-headlined the Super Bowl LVI halftime show and later earned a Primetime Emmy Award for it.
2023: Snoop Dogg "Gives Up Smoke" for Ad Campaign
In 2023, Snoop Dogg announced via social media that he was "giving up smoke" but later revealed it was an ad for the SoloStove smokeless fire pit.
2023: Snoop Dogg Joins Investment Group to Buy Ottawa Senators
In 2023, Snoop Dogg joined an investment group led by businessman Neko Sparks to assist in the purchase of the National Hockey League's Ottawa Senators.
2023: Snoop Dogg Resigned from FaZe Clan Board
In 2023, Snoop Dogg resigned from his position on the board of directors of FaZe Clan.
2023: April Fools' Day Joke: Snoop Dogg "Signed" by Pittsburgh Steelers
On April Fools' Day in 2023, the Pittsburgh Steelers jokingly announced that they had signed Snoop Dogg to their roster as a wide receiver.
February 2024: Snoop Dogg Murder Case Sealed
In February 2024, the case related to the 1993 murder charge against Snoop Dogg was sealed.
June 2024: Snoop Dogg Runs in Exhibition Race at Olympic Trials
In June 2024, Snoop Dogg participated in an exhibition 200-meter race at the US track and field Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon, finishing third with a time of 34.44 seconds.
July 23, 2024: Snoop Dogg Named Olympic Torchbearer
On July 23, 2024, Snoop Dogg was announced as one of the final torchbearers of the Olympic flame for the Paris Olympics. He carried the torch through Saint-Denis, near the athletes' village.
2024: Snoop Dogg Expresses Love and Respect for Donald Trump
In 2024, Snoop Dogg expressed that he had "nothing but love and respect for Donald Trump".
2024: Final Closure of Murder Case
In 2024, Snoop Dogg's 1993 murder case was finally closed.
January 2025: Snoop Dogg Performs at Trump-Sponsored Cryptocurrency Event
In January 2025, Snoop Dogg, alongside Soulja Boy and Rick Ross, performed at a cryptocurrency event sponsored by Donald Trump preceding Trump's second inauguration.
August 2025: Snoop Dogg Criticizes LGBTQ Representation in Children's Films
In August 2025, Snoop Dogg expressed concerns about LGBTQ representation in children's films, stating he was "scared to go to the movies".
October 2025: Snoop Dogg Partners with GLAAD to Support LGBTQ Awareness
In October 2025, Snoop Dogg partnered with GLAAD to support Spirit Day after facing controversy for his August statements, and he collaborated with Jeremy Beloate on the song "Love is Love" featured on Doggyland.
December 2025: Snoop Dogg Named Honorary Coach for Team USA
In December 2025, it was announced that Snoop Dogg will be Team USA's first-ever honorary coach at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.
2026: Snoop Dogg Named Honorary Coach for Team USA
In December 2025, it was announced that Snoop Dogg will be Team USA's first-ever honorary coach at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.
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